Belonging Tour: PEI Stop
About this Event
Theme "Resiliency in Action: Economic Strength & Immigration in Canada"
This year’s theme explores how organizations, institutions, and communities can actively build economic strength through inclusive practices that support newcomers and international students. Belonging is not just a value , it is an economic imperative.
Together, we will examine:
- Workforce integration and retention
- Community-driven economic resilience
- Inclusive leadership in times of change
- Local solutions with national impact
Who Should Attend?
- HR Professionals
- DEI / EDI Leaders
- People & Culture Teams
- Allies & Advocates
- Community Leaders
- Employers & Business Owners
- Educators & Workforce Development Professionals
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Opening Remarks
Host: Hon.Zack Bell: Minister of Workforce
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Grounding Keynote Speaker
Host: Dr.Marva Sweeney-Nixon: AVP Research at UPEI
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Networking Break
🕑: 10:10 AM - 11:20 AM
Working Session Block #1"Belonging in Action"
Info: Presenting Organizations: Focused on cross-sector collaboration, such as:
Session 1: Holland College
Student Panel Discussion: Building Pathways to Belonging
This student panel brings forward authentic voices and lived experiences of belonging through the lens of immigration. Students will share stories of transition, identity, and resilience, reflecting on challenges, meaningful connections, and the support systems that shaped their journeys. Through open dialogue, the session explores how institutions and communities can better foster inclusion, amplify student voices, and remove barriers. Attendees will gain insight into creating environments where newcomers feel seen, supported, and empowered to belong.
Speakers:
Rebeca Aghdasy
Dean Marcus D. Ramos
Maria Boneo
Vincent Iwueze
Prince Harrison Ehimiyen
Session 2: IRSA:
Topic: Open Doors PEI: Hiring for Success
Facilitator: Nancy Clement
🕑: 11:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Learning Forum FireChat
Host: Speaker:Omar Broderick, Director of Anti-Racism
Info: Theme:“ Inclusion in Action: Breaking Down Barriers to Build a Future That Works for Everyone”
🕑: 12:20 PM - 01:20 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:20 PM - 02:20 PM
Working Session Block #2 "Community to Impact"
Info: Presenting Organizations 1. Worksource Alliance 2. The Seed Room Consulting
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Closing Panel: Economic Strength :Shaping PEI's Future in Immigration
Host: Moderator: Alexia Richie:ED of the Community Sector PEI
Info: Presenting Panelist: Reequel Smith (Black Cultural Society),
Mabel Chu (President, Canada Day Drumming – PEI/ President, World Chinese Business Association of Canada),
Treena Smith (United Way Maritimes),
Dean Constable (IRSA),
Alex Mackenzie (Tourism Industry Association of PEI),
Provincial Credit Union Representative,
Daniel Ohaeghu ( WorkSource Alliance)
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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